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'''Brazilian waxing''' is a type of ] involving the ] area. This procedure involves the complete removal of ] adjacent to the ], ] and ] (labia majora and ]). It can be thought of as an extreme form of ]. Most forms of Brazilian waxing leave a small line of pubic hair above the ]. Waxes that completely remove the pubic hair are either termed 'Hollywood' or 'Sphynx' depending on the salon visited. |
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While mainly associated with females, the practice is engaged in by males as well. |
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It is named for ], the country in which it originated. It was first used for women wanting to wear the then-new ] bikinis. Men will often leave a triangle-shaped patch above the ] unshaved (since this area can be exceptionally sensitive to irritation) and will sometimes also leave the hair surrounding the anus intact (while removing that found on the buttocks). |
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This hairless style was largely popularized by "]" in an episode where one of the characters is the unsuspecting victim of a Brazilian wax and finds the experience surprisingly pleasant. |
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==Process== |
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Like other forms of waxing, hot wax is spread over the area from which hair is to be removed. ] strips are placed on the waxed area and then ripped off. This procedure removes the wax, hair, and any dead ] ] lying on the skin surface. |
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The ] involved with this procedure can be slightly acute and can continue for quite some time (from several ]s to ]s). Most of those willing to endure the procedure feel that the result is worth the discomfort. Furthermore, most feel as if the procedure becomes less painful with every treatment. |
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Some advise to follow the procedure with an application of a hair inhibitor, which will slow the regrowth of hair and may halt regrowth completely. |
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The benefits are similar to those of other types of waxing, such as: lack of ] and soft hair regrowth. The disadvantages are also similar, though since it is performed on the most sensitive region of the body, the pain can be more acute. |
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While some types of waxing may safely be done on oneself, this type cannot. It is recommended that one get a licensed ] or ] to perform this procedure. |
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==See also== |
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* ], a preference for hairless genitals |
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